In the mandi rate roundup for 18 Sep 2026, Lemon was quoted at ₹11,000 per quintal in Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC. Read on for the market-wise spread, recent price history and a quick note for farmers and buyers.
01What Put Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC on Top Today
A day's rate at any single yard reflects the local balance of arrivals and buyers, which is why it can sit above or below other markets.
- Highest Recorded Price₹12,000
- Lowest Price Today₹10,000
- Average (Modal) Price₹11,000
- Reporting Mandis12
- Date18 Sep 2026
- CommodityLemon (Lemon)
02Where Today's Rate Sits in the Range
Placing today's rate inside the recent band shows whether the price is running hot, cool, or mid-pack.
This puts Lemon about 84.6% above the period average, and just 8.3% short of the period high. A reading in the upper part of the band often reflects steady, broad-based demand.
03How Other Mandis Compare Today
This table ranks Lemon rates across active mandis for 18 Sep 2026, making it easy to spot the best-paying market.
| Mandi | Price (₹ / quintal) |
|---|---|
| 1 Karur(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC Leader | ₹29,750 |
| 2 Gandhigramam(Uzhavar Sandhai) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 3 Tiruppur (South) (Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 4 Velayuthampalayam(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 5 Pallavaram(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹29,000 |
| 6 AJattihalli(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,500 |
| 7 Karaikudi(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 8 Ranipettai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹28,000 |
| 9 Kulithalai(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,750 |
| 10 Tuticorin(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 11 Cuddalore(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
| 12 Tamarainagar(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC | ₹27,500 |
04The Spread: Best vs Cheapest Yard
How far apart are the top and bottom yards today? That spread tells you how much choosing the right market is worth.
A spread of ₹2,250 (8.2%) across reporting yards means a seller near a higher-paying mandi can realise meaningfully more — provided cartage and grading don't eat the difference.
0590-Day Price Trend at a Glance
Over the last 90 days, Lemon prices at Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC ranged between ₹3,000 and ₹12,000, with the average around ₹5,958. Comparing today against this recent band helps separate a genuine trend from a short-lived, selective-buying spike.
06Recent Price History
| Date | High (₹) | Low (₹) | Average (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 18 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹10,000 | ₹11,000 |
| 17 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 | ₹12,000 |
| 16 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,500 | ₹11,750 |
| 15 Sep | ₹12,000 | ₹11,000 | ₹11,500 |
| 14 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹7,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 13 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹8,000 |
| 12 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 11 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹9,000 |
| 10 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 09 Sep | ₹10,000 | ₹9,000 | ₹9,500 |
| 08 Sep | ₹9,000 | ₹8,000 | ₹8,500 |
| 07 Sep | ₹8,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹7,000 |
| 06 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 05 Sep | ₹7,000 | ₹6,000 | ₹6,500 |
| 04 Sep | ₹6,000 | ₹5,400 | ₹5,700 |
| 03 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,500 | ₹4,750 |
| 02 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 01 Sep | ₹5,000 | ₹4,000 | ₹4,500 |
| 31 Aug | ₹6,000 | ₹5,000 | ₹5,500 |
Reviewing the recent daily data helps confirm whether this position is part of an ongoing trend or a short-term move driven by selective buying.
07At a Glance
08What It Means If You're Selling
When picking where to sell Lemon, balance the headline rate against cartage and the risk of heavier arrivals trimming it at the gate.
09A Buyer's Angle
For buyers, the market that stays on top is where the real rate gets set — worth checking every day.
10The Quick Read
The takeaway: Ammapet(Uzhavar Sandhai ) APMC reported Lemon at this level on 18 Sep 2026. Watching the daily board across yards is the best way to track the trend.
Disclaimer: Prices are compiled from publicly available government mandi data (AGMARKNET / data.gov.in) and are for information only — not financial advice. Confirm the live rate at the mandi before trading.